Japers' Rink · Apr 29, 2024
The Narrative: Not so Special, No Offense, and None Taken
Apr 28, 2024; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; New York Rangers center Mika Zibanejad (93) hugs Washington Capitals goaltender Charlie Lindgren (79) in the handshake line after game four of the first round of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY SportsThree things we’re talking about today when we’re talking about the Caps…
1. Not so Special
There’ll be plenty of time to talk about the Caps’ future, some of which looks even brighter today than it did before the playoffs started. But for now, a quick look back on the series that was, starting with the obvious long pole in the tent, the Caps’ special teams.